Debra Hardin

Incumbent County Commissioner and Vice-Chair in Shelby, North Carolina

Debra Hardin is a candidate for Cleveland County Board of Commissioners in Shelby, North Carolina — 2026 Primary Election. Running as Republican Party.

Also running: Douglas Bridges, Joshua Biddix.

Debra Hardin is an incumbent on the Cleveland County Board of Commissioners and was elected Vice-Chair in December 2025. She previously ran for a seat on the commission in 2022. She is an active participant in board proceedings, making and seconding motions on various county matters.